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Of the 48 papers polled, 44 still use the Redskins moniker in publication

As the Redskins begin training camp today in Richmond, the controversy surrounding the team’s nickname is generating as much buzz as its on-field prospects for the upcoming season. With national debate reaching a head, more media outlets have begun to outline policies on usage of “Redskins.” However, a poll of 48 newspapers -- those in NFL markets plus the L.A. Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today -- showed that 44 have yet to make a change regarding usage of the name. The four that have banned use of the name will simply use “Washington” when referring to the team.
THE NEXT STEP : The Seattle Times just ceased use of the Redskins moniker in June. Sports Editor Don Shelton said he made the decision to ...